MSci Human Biology & Physiology at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

MSci Human Biology & Physiology is a five-year integrated master's that extends the BSc (Hons) with an additional placement year between year 3 and the final year, typically spent doing research in industry in the UK or abroad. It covers human body structure and function in health and disease, with laboratory-based practical training.

Faculty: College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences | Department: School of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health | Duration: 5 years (full-time) | Intake: September | Study mode: integrated masters | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Years 1 to 3 follow the BSc (Hons) curriculum (biology, human biological sciences, Human Biology and Physiology 3A and 3B); the placement year follows, then a final year with an independent project and advanced Honours options.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry to the MSci is not through UCAS: students apply for transfer from the BSc (Hons) by competitive application at the end of year 2. For the BSc entry standard, see A-levels AAB with A-level Biology or Chemistry at A; IB 34 (6,5,5 HL) with HL Biology or Chemistry at 6. English language for international applicants: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0 (or TOEFL iBT 92 overall from 21 January 2026 tests with minimum Reading 22, Listening 20, Speaking 23, Writing 21; PTE Academic 59 overall and in all subtests; or an equivalent accepted test).

International applicants: GBP 33,708 a year (2027/28). Expected annual tuition rate for EU and international students, Science, Engineering, Nursing and College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences programmes band (2026/27 rate: £33,210). Excludes study-abroad, placement-year and ancillary charges. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 5 years (full-time)

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